Dry Vs. Steam Commercial Carpet Cleaning

Even if business owners take great pride in keeping their place of business clean, eventually they will need their business’s carpets professionally cleaned. Dirt, debris, bacteria, and allergens will accumulate in a business’s carpeting over time, accidental stains are tough to avoid, and constant foot traffic can wear carpeting, making it look dull and unappealing. There are plenty of reasons why business owners should invest in commercial carpet cleaning, and there are many benefits that come along with it too, like creating a good impression, improving the air quality, and extending the life of their businesses carpeting.

Domestic carpet cleaners and carpet cleaning products are ineffective at lifting and removing dirt, debris, and stains from the fibers of a carpet. Plus, without the use of professional equipment and products, carpeting can become worn or damaged. In order for business owners to give their establishment’s carpeting a thorough, clean, and sanitary clean, a commercial carpet cleaning service is required.

As one of the leading commercial carpet cleaning companies in Atlanta, Classic Commercial Cleaning Service offers reliable carpet cleaning services in the educational, industrial, retail, and medical industries. When you choose our team to clean your business’s carpeting, you can ensure that it will be thoroughly cleaned using professional knowledge, equipment, products, and methods. Unlike many other carpet cleaners in Atlanta who only have one carpet cleaning system to offer their clients, Classic Commercial offers both steam carpet cleaning and dry carpet cleaning. Many of our clients wonder which carpet cleaning system is best for their business, but the reality is, both methods have their place and can be used when appropriate. To help our existing and future clients decide what carpet cleaning technique is best for their establishment, we put together a brief guide that will further explain what each method is and how it works!

Steam Carpet Cleaning

Despite what many people think, steam cleaning does not actually use steam. Instead, this carpet cleaning method uses hot water extraction. This is where hot water is sprayed onto the carpeting and then vacuumed up immediately. The steam method relies on the water to loosen up dirt and debris before being extracted by the vacuum. To help with this, certain cleaning chemicals are used. Some commercial carpet cleaners use these toxic chemicals in the water being sprayed on the carpeting, however, this is not ideal because they can leave a sticky residue after the process is finished.

Steam carpet cleaning is a more thorough and deep clean, and it is often the preferred carpet cleaning method that most carpet manufacturers recommend. One of the biggest drawbacks of steam carpet cleaning is that it can take a number of hours to completely dry. The carpet’s drying time can be affected by a business’s air temperature, humidity, air flow, and the amount of water used during the process. However, when you hire a team like Classic Commercial for steam carpet cleaning, you can rest assured that your carpets will be clean and dry in no time!

The benefits of steam carpet cleaning

Fewer chemicals involved. Although the steam carpet cleaning process uses detergents and chemicals to clean carpets, this method involves fewer chemicals than most carpet cleaning methods, especially store-bought products. Plus, when you hire an eco-friendly company like Classic Commercial, you can rest assured that only safe and environmentally friendly cleaning detergents are only being used.

A deeper, thorough clean. Steam carpet cleaning can remove up to 95 percent of the embedded dirt, stains, bacteria, and allergens from a business’s carpet.

Effective at removing odors. In addition to creating a clean, polished look, steam carpet cleaning can remove any lurking odors left behind by debris, stains, smoking, pets, and other various assaults on the carpet.

Businesses that can benefit from commercial steam cleaning

Because steam carpet cleaning methods clean with the use of water, it is normal for carpeting to be wet or damp for a few hours after the job is done. Because of this, businesses that aren’t always open or have constant foot traffic could benefit from commercial steam cleaning. Check out some of the businesses that could benefit from steam carpet cleaning.

Schools

Restaurants

Retail stores

Offices

Churches

Dry Carpet Cleaning

Dry carpet cleaning systems, more accurately known as “very low moisture” (VLM) systems, rely on dry compounds and the application of cleaning solutions to effectively and thoroughly clean a business’s carpet. Typically, the compound is deposited evenly over the carpeting but it can be pushed into the carpet pile for a deeper clean. In addition, the dry compounds are effective at absorbing dirt, debris, and stains on the carpet. Once the compound is deposited, the dirt and debris is encapsulated into crystals that are formed as the chemicals dry and are vacuumed up later, leaving the carpet clean, sanitized, and most importantly, dry. The encapsulation good for businesses that have carpeting that needs to be used right away or that only requires a light clean.

The benefits of steam carpet cleaning

Little to no drying time. Because the carpet is cleaned using dry compounds, there is no need for rinsing. That said, no drying time is required.

Quick and simple process. Dry carpet cleaning is a pretty straightforward technique. A professional carpet cleaning company can use this method to quickly and efficiently clean your carpeting.

Long lasting carpets. Because dry carpet cleaning involves cleaning without a change in its structure, the carpeting is more likely to last longer.

No residue, mold, or detergents. Dry carpet cleaning does not use any form of liquid. Because no water is used, mold formation is very unlikely. Plus, since dry carpet cleaning uses dry compounds instead of detergent, carpets will not have any sticky residue left over after the process is done.

Businesses that can benefit from commercial steam cleaning

As mentioned above, dry carpet cleaning requires less drying time than steam carpet cleaning. Unlike steam carpet cleaning, dry encapsulation us great for commercial facilities that are in need of carpet cleaning but in constant use. Businesses that have constant foot traffic will not have much success with steam cleaning unless the area is closed off. Dry carpet cleaning can benefit the following businesses and facilities:

Casinos

Airports

Hospitals

Hotels

Other 24-hour businesses and facilities

Now that you know the difference between the two methods of commercial carpet cleaning, as a business owner, you are better enabled to select the right method for your establishment. When you need commercial carpet cleaning services in Atlanta, turn to the cleaners many Atlanta businesses know and trust, Classic Commercial Services! Whether you choose steam or dry carpet cleaning, you can rest assured that your carpeting will effectively and efficiently be cleaned!

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